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I left a uti untreated and now it has been 2 years almost now. now i am seeing kidney disease symptoms. does it is the case of kidney disease? what should i do next? please help?

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Urologist: Some infections like gonorrhea that aren't properly treated can spread and cause damage to the other parts of the urinary tract weeks, months or years later. I recommend consulting a urologist for proper diagnosis,treatment and follow-up care. Appropriate testing will be performed.

Dr Rhoads and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 11/18/2020

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A member asked:

I left a uti untreated and now it has been 2 years almost now. now i am seeing kidney disease symptoms. does it is the case of kidney disease? what should i do next? please help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Rhoads and 3 doctors agreed

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